A Korean Marinated Egg recipe typically uses soy sauce, garlic, and other Korean seasonings to create a flavorful, savory egg dish. Here’s a simple recipe for making these delicious marinated eggs:
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (use low-sodium for a less salty taste)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 green onion, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 dried chili pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions:
- Boil the Eggs:
- Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water.
- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once the water starts boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the eggs for 7-8 minutes for soft-boiled or 10-12 minutes for hard-boiled.
- After boiling, immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 5-10 minutes, then peel the eggs.
- Prepare the Marinade:
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and sesame seeds (if using).
- Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Marinate the Eggs:
- Once the eggs are peeled, place them in a shallow bowl or container.
- Pour the marinade over the eggs, making sure they are fully submerged. If you’d like extra flavor, you can gently pierce the eggs with a fork in a few spots before marinating.
- Optional: Add a dried chili pepper or chopped green onion to the marinade for additional flavor and heat.
- Refrigerate:
- Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the eggs to absorb the marinade.
- Serve:
- After marinating, remove the eggs from the marinade.
- Slice the eggs in half, and garnish with extra sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
Tips:
- The eggs can be marinated for up to 3 days for a deeper flavor.
- If you prefer a stronger flavor, you can let the eggs marinate for longer.
- This marinated egg recipe is great as a topping for ramen, a side dish, or even eaten on its own as a snack.
Enjoy your Korean Marinated Eggs!